Blog Entries tagged 'auburn'

Baking therapy for the whole gang

Specialtslisa@aol.com — Sun, 29 Jun 2008 00:00:00 +0100

With the fourth of July approaching the planning is underway for a family get together and for me this means great food which equals lots of play time in the kitchen for chefs of all ages.

We have much to celebrate, and some wounds to lick as well. So, I am going to soak up all the baking therapy that I can. Here are a couple of our favorite recipies. These are great for little helpers as well.

Before the baking can begin We will set the mood. I like to make the kitchen as [...]

Warning for summer pinics and BBQ's

Specialtslisa@aol.com — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 00:00:00 +0100

Food-borne illness is no joke. over 5,000 people die each year from food-borne illness. Do not let common myths make you or your family sick.

Three myths that make consumers sick.

"If it tastes o.k., or smells o.k. it is safe to eat"

Fact : If you trust your taste buds to detect unsafe food, you may be in trouble.

The CDC estimated as many as 6.5 million to 33 million illnesses yearly are food related. Taking even a tiny bite to [...]

Spotlight on Auburn Businesses

kjsulligraham@yahoo.com — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 00:00:00 +0100

Spotlight on Auburn Businesses Part I: Carpe Vino is No Compromise

This is the first in a Series of blogs where I will be highlighting new and old businesses unique to Auburn. This is my way of supporting our town's "Think Auburn First" campaign, which I read about in the Sentinel and was reminded of more recently in Gary Moffat's column, "Don't Drive to Roseville; Think Auburn First", a few months ago.

In his article, Gary mentioned several r [...]

OLD TOWN CHANGES

loy@foothill.net — Sat, 19 Apr 2008 16:54:50 +0100

Bouncing around Old Town Auburn today was pleased to learn about all the changes taking place starting with the Gold Rush Mall where I learned Mimi of The Silver Store will soon take the best location in the front of the mall; congrats to Mimi who has waited well over a decade for this opp. Mahogany Gail moves to Tea Thyme up Sacramento Street as TT is now out of business. Roseanne has opened a boutique in the back of the mall next to the veteran Sharon Stanley of& [...]

Paradise for Outdoor Adventurers and Nature Lovers

kjsulligraham@yahoo.com — Tue, 15 Apr 2008 12:46:22 +0100

We had a relative visiting from New Hampshire recently, and as good hosts do, we took her all around the area to see the sights. It was during this week-long adventure of daily excursions that I was reminded of what a plethora of wonderful natural sights and adventures Placer County and the surrounding area have to offer. All too often we get tied up in our busy lives and don't take the time to appreciate the beauty in nature all around us. There is truly so much to encounter just minu [...]

CRANKING UP THE MIRTH METER

loy@foothill.net — Thu, 13 Mar 2008 19:08:51 +0100

So enjoyed the experience today: Hosted Zoo-Keeper/musician Gary Bowman at KAHI where we cranked up the mirth meter by playing Bowman's new CD with animal sounds/theme. Bowman also shared his interesting background and talked about meeting Jane Goodall. On the golf program I chatted with Shawn Kelly, pro/instruction at The Ridge, about the short game and Kelly gave his opinions on golf etiquette. After the programs, we all headed over to Courthouse Coffee and joined T [...]

COMMUNITY TIES

loy@foothill.net — Sat, 23 Feb 2008 15:12:11 +0100

Being a non-joiner, I am pleased with the turn-out at our Round Table group at Courthouse Coffee in Old Town, meeting Thursdays at 10am after the CONNECTIONS program on 950AM KAHI. On Thursday I will host entertaining musician/singer Clod Headgate at 9am followed at 9:30am by local Golf Vixen Cirbie Sheppard who will talk about her media ties with the Golf Channel. Terry Love, instructor at Dark Horse in Nevada County will co-guest and, hopefully, all will join in at The Round Table [...]

ROUND TABLING

loy@foothill.net — Thu, 21 Feb 2008 17:57:25 +0100

Post-program at Courthouse Coffee I was joined by the returning Liz Pope, golfer Spencer Strand and Diana Farr from The Ridge. It was good to see Liz and share golf stories with Spencer as we all talked about our golf experiences and ties with the community. No golf today or tomorrow but I am grateful for the rain and the quenching of the thirsty earth so will look forward to some play next week. Stopped by the Assistant League Thrift Shop on Hwy 49 in Auburn and was asked t [...]

KAHI CONNECTING

loy@foothill.net — Mon, 18 Feb 2008 16:59:40 +0100

Met KAHI Sales Manager Bob Ripley today for a pleasant lunch at The Monkey Cat in Downtown Auburn where we were told by owner Trish that husband Jim Bril is recovering from knee surgery and will return in a month. Bob and I enjoyed our fish tacos and appreciated the attentive service by the dark-haired waitress with the easy smile. Bob and I enjoyed our radio/community connections and agreed to connect again very soon. Best wishes, Jim, for a speedy recovery.

MAXIMIZING THE MIRTH

loy@foothill.net — Sun, 10 Feb 2008 09:42:09 +0100

Determined to hold my own against the quirky forces which seems to be shifting the collective consciousness. Pleased with my choices in Auburn, I've been connecting with pals Spencer and Donna at The Ridge where divine splendor awaits. This week on KAHI CONNECTIONS, "the legend" jazz singer Cheri Murphy drops by to entertain and connect with our community at The Round Table at Courthouse Coffee. This morning I head out to Downtown Auburn to enjoy a tasty [...]

PARODY ON RADIO

loy@foothill.net — Fri, 25 Jan 2008 19:17:50 +0100

Very much enjoyed hosting Gary Hinze aka Clod Headgate on my Thursday KAHI CONNECTIONS program. Gary played the accordian and guitar combined with sound effects and even changed the words on Paul Simon's and Bob Dylan's songs, with a fun spin. On a cloudy, cold day, the sun was shing at the KAHI studio and I enjoyed hosting make-it-all-so-simple Cherry Island instructor Tim Berg who gave a free lesson to caller Jim Linsdau, owner/publisher of the Foresthill Messenger [...]

SKY'S THE LIMIT

loy@foothill.net — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:33:51 +0100

Enjoyed the company of radio guest Susan Grant, jumbo-jet pilot/best-selling author who joined pal Donna Arz, Barry Stigers, Diana Farr and others at our Round Table gathering at our fav coffee spot, Courthouse Coffee. Everyone seemed to enjoy the connection and I look forward to continuing with the spontaneous group and next week will host musician Clod Headgate and golfing instructor Tim Berg along with Spa Dujour owner Maria Torres. Stay tuned.

STAGING IN AUBURN

loy@foothill.net — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 09:17:56 +0100

Was it Shakespear that said "All the world's a stage"? I choose to bring colorful characters to my Auburn radio stage and this coming Thursday I will host actor Perry King who has starred in Lords of The Flatbush and Slaughterhouse Five and scored in Riptide on televison. King is a unpretentious, humble individual and it will be good to re-connect with him after two years since he last guested on KAHI. My guests are local and King is just that in that his daughter [...]

AUTHOR, AUTHOR

loy@foothill.net — Thu, 20 Dec 2007 17:43:23 +0100

Local author and former stuntwoman Chris Enss guested today on KAHI CONNECTIONS and talked up colorful women and men of the Old West, many of which are mentioned in Enss' reader-friendly books which can be found on her website. Enss always provides a lively program and was well received today by KAHI engineer Barry Stigers and golfer Dave Bedell. Enss has also authored a book on the Young Duke aka John Wayne and has written a screenplay about Roy Rogers and his wife Dale [...]

KAHI PARTY AT MONKEY CAT

loy@foothill.net — Mon, 10 Dec 2007 17:31:36 +0100

Kudos to KAHI Manager Jerry Henry who pulled off quite a nice happening at the Monkey Cat restaurant in Downtown Auburn. Most of the KAHI staff/programmers were on hand for a lively gift exchange overseen by the over-the-top radio talent Dave Rosenthal and for a most delicious dining experience complete with a decadent chocolate dessert. Gold stars to owner Jim Bril who shared kitchen duties and greeted the guests. I made an exception as I resist groups/gatherings/meetings; [...]

ANGELS AT SUTTER

loy@foothill.net — Wed, 28 Nov 2007 07:59:00 +0100

Experienced the very best in healthcare in my own backyard, literally, putting husband Jack and myself in the satisfied company of fellow residents Paula Mahan McCrary and Jim Ruffelo, who put their health in the hands of the capable staff at Auburn Sutter Hospital. Special thanks to the Emergency staff headed up by Dr. I, "Angel" and Carmel. Stress is always up as a patient in any hospital but due to the compassionate staff at Auburn Sutter, the experience was ver [...]

QUEEN OF HEARTS

loy@foothill.net — Sun, 11 Nov 2007 13:11:17 +0100

Downtown Auburn refers to itself as "The heart of Auburn"; so we will refer to South West Silver owner Syl Bruce as the Queen of Hearts who is presently cashing out her 20-year-plus business. As I witnessed--on a crazy Saturday-- the flood of stunned customers integrate the news that this long-standing business owner is closing her business, I am struck by the feeling that because of high rents, small business owners can no longer sustain their businesses and lan [...]

LIVIN' THE LIFE

loy@foothill.net — Sat, 03 Nov 2007 16:08:36 +0100

Enjoyed blueberry and lemon curd stuffed pancakes on the splendid deck overlooking the lush links at The Ridge Golf Course and chatted up Food/Beverage Manager Mark Harris and dropped into the vibrant pro shop to check out the new inventory. Headed into town to KAHI radio where I chatted up the avuncular Stewart Schur, he of Dr PC Computer Repair on Highway 49. Stewart and wife Cristina do a fine job of repairing and servicing computers and Cristina goes to the head of the [...]

WEATHERWISE

loy@foothill.net — Thu, 25 Oct 2007 18:27:46 +0100

Hosted weather historian/photographer Mark McLaughlin today on my KAHI CONNECTIONS program and was joined by co-host/history buff/chiropractor Andrew Downey. McLaughlin researches his books at length and has an interesting website at www.micmacmedia.com where his various books can be reviewed. Golf segment guest Spencer Strand joined me and McLaughlin for networking at Courthouse Coffee where Mark sold a few of his books; Spencer talked about his business; and we enjoyed [...]

SMALL BUSINESS SUCCESS

loy@foothill.net — Wed, 24 Oct 2007 09:39:55 +0100

Having operated my own retail business for eight years, I lived the basic tenets for maintaining a successful business. Location: I enjoyed a superior location facing the street in Old Town Auburn and my show window--decorated brightly/colorfully--was always working for me. A poor location will absolutely require massive advertising/promotion to compensate for lack of traffic. Commitment: I committed to a regular schedule of hours/days. Customers are unh [...]